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How many syllables in “nachos”?

2

syllables in "nachos"

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Word details

Syllables

2

nac · hos

Letters

6

n · a · c · h · o · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

n1
a1
c3
h4
o1
s1

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About the word “nachos

The word nachos contains 2 syllables, divided as nac · hos. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "nachos" have?

"nachos" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "nachos" into syllables?

"nachos" is divided into syllables as: nac · hos.

What is the Scrabble score for "nachos"?

The Scrabble score for "nachos" is 11 points.

Using “nachos” in writing

Two-syllable words like "nachos" (nac · hos) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, nachos is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.

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